From: david amiton [mailto:davidamiton@gmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, July 06, 2011 8:58 AM
To: Burrows, Tracy
Subject: CTAC Public Comment
Hi Tracy,
I am unfortunately out of town and won't be able to attend today's CTAC meeting;
however, I wanted to make sure my comments regarding bicycle and pedestrian
infrastructure investment (below) were received as part of the public comment
process.
Thanks and please let me know if you have any questions.
Best,
David Amiton
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Dear CTAC Members,
I am a Capitol Hill resident writing to urge you to direct $5 million of vehicle
license fee revenue toward bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure improvements,
and that $2.5 million of this be dedicated to developing low-stress,
family-friendly neighborhood greenways.
Cities like Berkley, New York, Austin, Portland, and others have found that
world-class neighborhood greenways cost roughly $250,000 per mile, including
outreach, planning, design, engineering, and construction. Yet these cities are
dedicating funds to neighborhood greenways because they improve mobility and
livability for all citizens - whether they walk, bike, drive or take transit -
and because investments in bike and pedestrian infrastructure come with a higher
return on investment than any other mode.
A dedicated funding source that builds 10 miles of neighborhood greenways each
year will put Seattle firmly on a track to developing a comprehensive, citywide
network of greenways that serves all users in all parts of the city. Please help
Seattle get on that path by directing vehicle license fee funds toward
neighborhood greenways.
Best,
David Amiton
Capitol Hill resident